2004 Lexus SC vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Lexus SC 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Lexus Chevrolet
Model SC Corvette
Year Released 2004 2002
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 5664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 339 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 483 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.5 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 117 L


 

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